Rev. Richard R. Falbo Obituary (1936 - 2022)

Reverend Richard Falbo, of Yarnell, Arizona was called home to his Heavenly Father on February 4, 2022. He was 85 years old.Richard was born March 4, 1936, in Inglewood, California, to Joseph and Katherine (Giacoletti) Falbo. He is survived by his wife, Margaret, and children Kelly (Randy) Porter, Vonna (Junior) Marpel, Rick (Danette) Sanetra, Penny (John) McGrew, Meg (Robert) Miller, and Jim Hancock, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was met in Heaven by his parents, his brothers Charles and Joseph Falbo, and his children Colleen Layton and Debi Fait.Richard spent 45 years serving in the ministry, where he touched countless lives. He graduated from Glendale High School, earned his Associates Degree in Arts from Glendale Community College, and then continued his education at NAU. He was an All-Star football player, playing for both the university and the U.S. Army.Richard also served his country in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army.Richard will be remembered by those who love him for his quiet, quick wit, his deep passion for Christ, and his willingness to love everyone who crossed his path. Although his death leaves a deep hole in the hearts of those who knew him, the memories of a life well-lived will continue to carry us through.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 19. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 65 North Lazy Fox Drive, Wickenburg, AZ, 85390.